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Musée départemental breton
Major museum of Breton art, history, and archaeology in the former bishops' palace; essential for understanding Quimper and Finistère.
Cheapest price
€30
Average price
€39
Fastest journey
3 h 14 m
Average duration
3 h 25 m
Trains per day
8
Distance
170 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Saint-Malo to Quimper is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid traveling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Saint-Malo to Quimper will cost around €39 if you buy it on the day, but the cheapest tickets can be found for only €30.
It's difficult to get from Saint-Malo to Quimper without transferring at least once.
854380 · 856655
854398 · 856667
854356 · 856625
854340 · 856619
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856659
854340 · 856619
8088 · 8731
854398 · 856667
854356 · 856625
8086+
856659Trains from Saint-Malo to Quimper run on average 9 times per day, taking around 3h 13m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at €16 if you book in advance.
The earliest train runs at 05:06, the last at 20:27. The fastest train covers the 105 miles (170 km) distance in 3h 22m.
Distance 105 miles (170 km) |
Average train duration 3h 13m |
Cheapest ticket price €16 |
Trains per day 9 |
Fastest train 3h 22m |
First train 5:06 AM |
Last train 8:27 PM |
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The table below shows live departures for Saint-Malo to Quimper trains for tomorrow, Thursday, August 6. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Transfers | Tickets |
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854340 · 856619 | 8:38 AM St Malo | 3h14 | 11:52 AM Gare de Quimper | 1 transfer | |
854356 · 856625 | 10:31 AM St Malo | 3h28 | 1:59 PM Gare de Quimper | 1 transfer | |
854362+ 8719 | 12:18 PM St Malo | 4h15 | 4:33 PM Gare de Quimper | 1 transfer | |
854380 · 856655 | 2:31 PM St Malo | 3h54 | 6:25 PM Gare de Quimper | 1 transfer | |
8086+ 856659 | 3:47 PM St Malo | 3h42 | 7:29 PM Gare de Quimper | 1 transfer | |
854398 · 856667 | 4:25 PM St Malo | 3h26 | 7:51 PM Gare de Quimper | 1 transfer | |
8088 · 8731 | 6:14 PM St Malo | 3h16 | 9:30 PM Gare de Quimper | 1 transfer | |
854420+ 8739 | 6:31 PM St Malo | 4h14 | 10:45 PM Gare de Quimper | 1 transfer | |
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Major museum of Breton art, history, and archaeology in the former bishops' palace; essential for understanding Quimper and Finistère.
Museum of fine arts with French, Italian, Flemish, and Breton collections; a strong cultural stop beside the cathedral.
Interactive museum on Quimper faience, showing ceramic history, workshops, and decorated pieces from the Locmaria district.
Quimper's medieval center of lanes, squares, and timber-framed houses; the best area for atmosphere, shopping, and heritage walks.
Historic district known for pottery, riverside charm, and artisan identity; ideal for a quieter walk beyond the main center.
Main pedestrian shopping street lined with historic façades, linking key squares and capturing everyday life in central Quimper.
Buckwheat galette from Brittany, usually filled with ham, egg, cheese or seafood. It is a regional staple tied to Breton buckwheat farming and cider culture.
Thin wheat-flour crêpe served with butter, sugar, caramel or jam. A classic Breton treat found in crêperies across Quimper.
Traditional Breton cake made with salted butter and sugar, baked in layers for a rich caramelized texture. It is one of Brittany's signature pastries.
Fine dining restaurant with a strong reputation for polished French cuisine, careful presentation and a more elegant dining experience.
Well-known traditional crêperie in Quimper serving Breton galettes and crêpes in a warm, classic setting.
Established seafood-focused restaurant known for fresh fish and shellfish with a refined yet relaxed atmosphere near central Quimper.
Moderate for France: hotels and dining are mid-priced, public transit is affordable, and Quimper is usually cheaper than Paris or the Riviera.
Service is usually included. Round up or leave 5-10% for great restaurant service. Taxis can be rounded up; cafés often just get small change.
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Gare de Quimper -> Place Saint-Corentin, Quimper
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Saint-Malo to Quimper by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Quimper, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.

Most Saint-Malo to Quimper trains use the St Malo to Quimper station pair. Use this guide to compare Saint-Malo and Quimper train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
St Malo has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Cambusier, La Cale - Solidor
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at St Malo. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at St Malo. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at St Malo: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at St Malo: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at St Malo: Elevators, ramps.
Nearby hotels include Hotel Oceania Saint-Malo, Hotel France & Chateaubriand, Hotel Le Nouveau Monde.
Quimper has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Lockers, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Car Rental, Information Desk, and Luggage Carts.
Food options include: Le Bar Iodé, La Table de Marie
Free. ATMs are available in the train station.
Ticket office support is available at Quimper. Information desks are located in the main hall.
Luggage storage is available at Quimper. Lost and found is available at the station.
Available at Quimper: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Available at Quimper: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility facilities are available at Quimper: Ramps, restrooms.
Nearby hotels include ibis Quimper, Oceania Quimper, Hotel Escale Oceania Quimper.
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